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SERES 3 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (32,900 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SERES 3 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

SERES 3 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

SERES 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SERES 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,900 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,941 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the SERES 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 184 km more than the SERES 3.

ID. Buzz Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the SERES 3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SERES 3 is markedly lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 635 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 300 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £42,900
ID. Buzz Bus

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 329 - 485 km
SERES 3
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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VW ID. Buzz Bus

The VW ID. Buzz revives the classic camper van vibe with a modern electric twist, offering plush space and a friendly, futuristic face that stops traffic. It’s clearly built for weekend escapes and city runs alike, with clever interior details that make it as practical as it is charming.

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SERES 3
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,900 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
301 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
300 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2020
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SERES
Brand
VW
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